Lead, Animal Behavior & Enrichment

St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) seeks a Behavior & Enrichment Lead to guide animal behavior initiatives, enrichment plans, and training across staff and volunteers. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, coordinating enrichment programs, and ensuring practices are force-free and evidence-based consistent with shelter guidelines.

The role focuses on reducing returns and relinquishments, overseeing daily care, and communicating behavior information to the team with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of canine and feline behavior and enrichment strategies.
• Proficiency in behavior modification using force-free, evidence-based methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clear documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement behavior and enrichment initiatives to support animal well-being and placement.
• Supervise staff and volunteers; provide onboarding and ongoing training.
• Maintain accurate euthanasia list and scheduling; report promptly.

Skills

Animal behavior

Enrichment techniques

Force-free methods

Staff training

Communication skills

Shelter operations

Education

3–5 years animal welfare experience

CPDT-KA / IAABC certifications preferred

Tools

PetPoint

Job description

Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) seeks a Behavior & Enrichment Lead to guide animal behavior initiatives, enrichment plans, and training across staff and volunteers. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, coordinating enrichment programs, and ensuring practices are force-free and evidence-based consistent with shelter guidelines.

The role focuses on reducing returns and relinquishments, overseeing daily care, and communicating behavior information to the team with a strong emphasis on